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House GOP moves ahead with TikTok vote as Trump voices opposition to possible ban
House Republicans move ahead with a bill that would require Chinese company ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban in the U.S. even as former President Donald Trump voices opposition to the effort.
Legislation for the ‘Eras’ — New Taylor Swift ticketing bill could help fans in Minnesota
The bill, prompted by the demand for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour last summer, would create more protections for consumers purchasing tickets through online ticketing companies like Ticketmaster and StubHub.
Minnesota Democrats weigh in on national IVF debate, push infertility treatment coverage
After Super Tuesday, candidates up and down the ballot are turning their sights toward the general election. And for Minnesota Democrats, that means casting a light on access to infertility treatment, including in vitro fertilization — or IVF.
Anti-sex trafficking advocate accuses GOP Sen. Katie Britt of distorting her story
The woman who appears central to an anecdote told by GOP Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., in the GOP response to the State of the Union called the use of her story “distorted for political purposes.”
Young voters helped elect Biden in 2020. His campaign is courting them again in 2024
Students for Biden Harris is focused on building a large volunteer base of young supporters through student-led groups. Recruiting young voters could be key to President Biden's reelection hopes.
On latest lap through Capitol, backers of legal sports betting bill strain for winning formula
As Minnesota lawmakers consider legalizing and regulating sports betting, they’re debating whether to keep certain kinds of wagering off the table. How far they go could dictate whether a bill passes this year.